
Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple
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Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple is a 4-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $75 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $75 per person
Enjoy convenient pick-up service from your hotels. Your pick-up time is flexible to choose, ensuring a smooth start to your day. Experience the interesting dumpling making fun at Hutong family, tasting the varieties auth
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dumpling making fun
- Variety food cooked by host ( lunch )
- All tickets fee
- Professional English/ Spanish/ Russian/ French speaking guide
About this experience
Enjoy convenient pick-up service from your hotels. Your pick-up time is flexible to choose, ensuring a smooth start to your day. Experience the interesting dumpling making fun at Hutong family, tasting the varieties authentic host cooked dishes, climb the drum tower see the drum beaten performance, after visit the Lama temple, ensuring a unique experience.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dumpling making fun
- Variety food cooked by host ( lunch )
- All tickets fee
- Professional English/ Spanish/ Russian/ French speaking guide
Not included
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
What you'll see and do
Hutong Tour
Meet your perfect guide at your hotel lobby at mooring or afternoon, ready for enjoying the Hutong family dumpling making fun, Follow host to experience different interesting ways of making dumplings. From starting, learn step by step how to make Chinese dumpling. Afterwards, taste your own dumplings and enjoy a variety of delicious family foods made by your host, which will open up your taste buds.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
Explore the famous Tibetan style temple -- Lama Temple in Beijing,which was called miniature of Forbidden city, built at 1694 by the emperor Kang Xi for his 4th son, since emperor Qian Long was born here too, it has become a " blessed land for two emperors ". Admire three pieces of wonders here : Five hundred Arhats mountains, 26 meters high sandalwood Buddha which was list in the Guinness World Book in 1900, and the exquisite nan mu Buddha niches. Benefiting insider knowledge through your guide as you go, and enjoy plenty of time for a closer look at each of the stops.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Bell and Drum Towers
Continue climb to beijing old drum tower, get to see the whole old Beijing city, and the central line with the most important sights located on. Moreover, you will watch the drum performance performing at certain time.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Beijing · Beijing, China
Options you can book
English speaking guide
Pickup included
Spanish/RussianSpeaking Guide
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $75 to $255
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple cost?
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Prices start at $75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Half Day: Hutong Dumpling making, Drum tower, Lama Temple start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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